Thomas Jefferson (1997)
TV show 1 season ★ 7.5/10
Good for tonight if you want to: teach me something
Thomas Jefferson is a documentary TV show from 1997. It was created or directed by Ken Burns. The cast includes Blythe Danner, Ossie Davis and Gwyneth Paltrow. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.5 out of 10.
Synopsis
The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing documentary. Covering Jefferson's diplomatic work in France, his two presidential terms, his retirement at Monticello and more.
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Cast & crew
- Ken BurnsDirector
- Blythe Danneras Martha Jefferson (voice)
- Ossie Davisas Narrator (voice)
- Gwyneth Paltrowas Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)
- Michael Pottsas Isaac
- Sam Waterstonas Thomas Jefferson (voice)
- Gore Vidalas Self
- George Willas Self
Seasons
- Season 1 · 2 episodes
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Questions about Thomas Jefferson
- What genre is Thomas Jefferson?
- Thomas Jefferson is categorised as Documentary.
- Who stars in Thomas Jefferson?
- Blythe Danner, Ossie Davis, Gwyneth Paltrow, Michael Potts, Sam Waterston appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Thomas Jefferson?
- Ken Burns directed Thomas Jefferson.
- Is Thomas Jefferson worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.5/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Thomas Jefferson?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
